AdaptHealth taps new COO

PLYMOUTH MEETING, Pa. – AdaptHealth has named Scott Barnhart as COO, effective September 23, 2024.  

Barnhart replaces current COO Shaw Rietkerk, who will transition to the role of chief business officer by the end of September, according to a recent 8-k filing. It’s the latest in a series of internal restructuring moves. In July, Josh Parnes announced he would step down as president of Aug. 31 and from the board of directors Dec. 31. In May, Suzanne Foster took the reins as CEO. 

Barnhart has more than 30 years of leadership experience in global operations including supply chain management, manufacturing, procurement, logistics, customer service and product portfolio management. Most recently, he served as COO of Qurate Retail Group, a leading global retail group, where he led operational and productivity improvements across the fulfillment center network and last mile customer delivery. Prior to that, Mr. Barnhart served in senior executive positions including as president of Global Medical Products & Supply Chain at Cardinal Health.  

“The change we’re announcing today supports our ongoing efforts to create clear roles and responsibilities, drive effective management, and align the organization’s structure to best reflect our business processes,” said Foster. “The skillsets Scott brings will help us advance our commitment to delivering exceptional care to our patients while fostering organic growth through disciplined operational excellence. There’s a bright future for AdaptHealth and this change serves to best position us to seize upon the opportunities ahead.”  

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